Senior Manager, Applied Science- Manipulation & Autonomy , Fauna

Description
We are seeking a Lead Applied Scientist to drive the development of next-generation manipulation and autonomy systems for robots operating in complex, real-world environments. This role is designed for an exceptional technical leader with a strong research background and a passion for translating cutting-edge ideas into working robotic systems.

You will play a central role in defining the technical direction of our manipulation and autonomy stack, from problem formulation and algorithm design to system integration and real-world deployment. While this role is hands-on and deeply technical, it is also expected to evolve toward technical leadership and team building over time.

Key job responsibilities
- Lead research and development of manipulation and autonomy systems for robots, including planning, control, learning, and closed-loop execution
- Design and implement algorithms, especially focused around autonomy and interaction with dynamic environ...

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